A budget traveller’s guide
Cheap places to stay in Loch Lomond
Discover top budget-friendly accommodation, local eateries, and exciting outdoor activities, ensuring you can enjoy this beautiful region without breaking the bank.
Looking for cheap places to stay in Loch Lomond? Our budget travel guide covers the best affordable hotels, hostels, camping, and caravan sites around Loch Lomond. Discover top budget-friendly accommodation, local eateries, and exciting outdoor activities, ensuring you can enjoy this beautiful region without breaking the bank. Whether you’re planning to hike, explore local villages, or indulge in water sports, this guide will help you experience the best of Loch Lomond on a budget.
Loch Lomond, with its breathtaking landscapes, quaint villages, and diverse outdoor adventures, is a dream destination. The expansive loch, part of the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, offers endless opportunities for adventure and relaxation. For budget-conscious visitors, finding affordable accommodation without sacrificing comfort can be a challenge, but with the right guide, it’s easy to enjoy Loch Lomond without overspending. Whether you're looking for hotels, hostels, camping, or caravan sites, this area has a wide range of wallet-friendly options. Here’s your ultimate guide to budget accommodation in and around Loch Lomond. (As is usually the case, it tends to be cheaper to book directly on the website rather than a 3rd party if you can).
Hotels
The Inn on Loch Lomond
Location: Inverbeg, Luss, Alexandria, G83 8PD
Description: The Inn on Loch Lomond provides the perfect balance between comfort and affordability. With stunning views of the loch and nearby mountains, it’s a great place to unwind after a day of exploring. The on-site restaurant offers hearty Scottish meals, and the traditional bar is the perfect spot for a nightcap.
Price: The prices for The Inn on Loch Lomond vary depending on the room type and the season. As of September 2024, prices generally start from £119 per night for a Snug Double Room, which is a more budget-friendly option. Superior Loch View rooms are available from £139, and Deluxe Loch View rooms, offering more space and better views, start from £159 per night. There are often promotions and if you book ahead of time, you can still keep it cheap with a bit of luxury.
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Staying here also puts you close to hiking trails and boat tours, making it an ideal location for active travellers.
Oak Tree Inn
Location: Balmaha, G63 0JQ
Description: The Oak Tree Inn is a charming, family-owned inn. Known for its traditional Scottish hospitality, the inn offers a cozy atmosphere with a blend of rustic charm and modern comforts. It's a popular stop for those hiking the West Highland Way, and its location provides breathtaking views of Loch Lomond and access to scenic walking routes. The inn features a variety of accommodation options, including rooms and cottages.
Price: prices start from around £87 per night, depending on the type of room and the time of year. They provide a range of rooms including double, twin, family rooms, and deluxe options with balconies. The inn is located near Loch Lomond and is a favourite among hikers, especially those on the West Highland Way. The rooms are cozy and well-appointed, and the property also features a popular restaurant and bar.
Oak Tree Inn
Oak Tree Inn
The food is incredible here!
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Guests can enjoy hearty meals at the inn's restaurant, which serves locally sourced food, including Scottish classics like haggis. There's also an adjoining coffee shop and bar, which offers a wide selection of whiskies and craft beers.
Village Inn
Location: Arrochar, G83 7AX
Description: A traditional, cozy pub and hotel located on the shores of Loch Long with stunning views of the surrounding Arrochar Alps. This 3-star inn offers a warm, rustic atmosphere with rooms that blend traditional Scottish charm and modern comforts. Each room is individually decorated and features en-suite facilities, free Wi-Fi, and a flat-screen TV. The pub is popular for its welcoming ambiance, offering a selection of hearty meals, including Scottish classics, and a variety of local ales and whiskies.
Price: offers room prices starting around £89 per night, depending on the room type and booking dates. The inn features a cozy, traditional setting with rooms that include free Wi-Fi, private bathrooms, and some with stunning views of Loch Long.
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It's an ideal spot for travelers seeking a quiet retreat, particularly those exploring the nearby Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park or hikers taking on Ben Arthur (The Cobbler).
Tarbet Hotel
Location: Arrochar, G83 7DE
Description: A traditional Scottish hotel located near the shores of Loch Lomond, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. It has a charming, historic ambiance with comfortable rooms, many of which overlook Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond. The hotel is a great base for exploring Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and is popular among hikers and nature lovers.
Price: Prices start around £64 to £133 per night, depending on the room type and season. This historic hotel provides scenic views of Loch Lomond. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, and free parking. For more details and to check availability, it's best to visit booking platforms like lastminute.com and booking.com
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Guests can enjoy meals in the hotel’s restaurant and relax in its cozy lounge areas. It also provides free parking and Wi-Fi.
Hostels
Rowardennan Lodge Youth Hostel
Location: By Drymen, G63 0AR
Description: Located on the banks of Loch Lomond, this hostel is ideal for those hiking the West Highland Way.
Price: Prices for both private rooms and dormitory beds start from approximately £136 per night. This hostel is located on the banks of Loch Lomond, offering spectacular views and a range of amenities, including free Wi-Fi, self-catering facilities, and a cozy lounge.
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It offers both private rooms and shared accommodations with access to a kitchen and dining area.
Balmaha Bunkhouse
Location: Balmaha, G63 0JQ
Description: A cozy and affordable accommodation located in the village of Balmaha, on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond. It is situated along the West Highland Way, making it a popular stop for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The bunkhouse can accommodate up to 12 guests, offering a mix of private and shared rooms. Facilities include a common room, a self-catering kitchen, a small drying room, and outdoor seating.
Price: Prices start from £37 per person, per night in shared accommodations, with private rooms available from £85 to £105 per night, depending on the room.
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Free Wi-Fi, bed linens, towels, and basic breakfast items like cereals, tea, and coffee are provided, making it a convenient base for travelers.
Inversnaid Bunkhouse
Location: Inversnaid, FK8 3TU
Description: The Inversnaid Bunkhouse is a unique Scottish hostel in the Stirling and Loch Lomond Area with facilities catered for travellers and walkers. Complete with original stained glass windows, in a truly serene setting.
Price: Prices at Inversnaid Bunkhouse typically start around £63 per night for shared accommodations. This converted 19th-century church offers a range of rooms, including twin, triple, and a five-person bunkroom, as well as a camping option.
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This Scottish bunkhouse provides a welcoming retreat in a totally unspoilt part of Scotland.
Crianlarich Youth Hostel
Location: Crianlarich, FK20 8QN
Description: This warm and welcoming hostel offers a wide range of private rooms and shared dorms, two of which are en-suite. WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: male and female washrooms, a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, comfortable lounge with TV, drying room and a secure bike store.
Price: Beds from £22 in shared rooms and rooms from £84.
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Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Campsites
Luss Campsite
Location: Luss, G83 8NT
Description: A spacious camping area at the northern end of the campsite is ideal for anyone looking to pitch a tent for the night and take advantage of the spectacular views of Loch Lomond. All of the tent pitches are within the same secure area, and some offer electricity.
Prices: Priced from just £18 per pitch, per night, the camping pitches are affordable whilst offering spectacular views and modern facilities. When booking a tent, please note the price quoted is for a single tent. They do not allow multiple tents on the same pitch. There is a supplement charge for larger tents over 8mx5m, please speak to their team for details. Gazebos, catering tents and additional structures can be requested on arrival.
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Luss campsite can accommodate most tent sizes, and all camping pitches can make use of the toilet and shower facilities.
Cashel Campsite
Location: Rowardennan, G63 0AW
Description: Toilets, Showers, Grass Pitches, drinking tap water, wash basins, chemical waste disposal point, seasonal pitches, dishwashing, laundry, electric razor sockets, play area & accessible facilities.
Tents, Motorhomes, Touring Caravans, Campervans all welcome. Dogs are more than welcome on site. Facilities include toilets, showers, a children’s play area, dishwashing, laundry facilities and more. Front Gate is Closed & Locked Between 10pm & 7am
Prices: From £25 for a tent pitch and around £31 for a hard standing pitch with hook-up for motorhomes/campervans.
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Cashel also offers hard standing select as a pitch type. This includes a hard standing pitch with electric hook up in the most desirable location on the site
Milarrochy Bay Camping and Caravanning Club Site
Location: Balmaha, G63 0AL
Description: A scenic, well-equipped site located on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond. It offers tent and caravan pitches with stunning views of the loch. The campsite is popular for its proximity to walking trails, including the West Highland Way, and provides amenities like a modern shower block, laundry facilities, and electric hook-ups.
Prices: Prices for tent pitches typically start around £12 to £20 per night, depending on the time of year and pitch type. For campervan pitches with electric hook-up, the prices range from £23 to £33 per night. This campsite offers a variety of pitch options, including grass and hardstanding pitches, with or without electric hook-up.
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Its lochside location makes it an excellent base for water activities.
Beinghlas Farm Campsite
Location: Inverarnan, G83 7DX
Description: Beinglas offers comfortable and affordable accommodation, with pitches, bell tents, Beinglas caters to all your needs on site. We have an excellent bar and restaurant – The Stagger Inn – which offers a cosy setting to eat, drink, socialise and recharge.
Prices: Prices for tent pitches typically start around £10-12 per person, per night for non-electric grass pitches. For campervans, non-electric grass pitches are available starting from £25 per night, depending on the season and availability. The campsite is well-equipped, offering facilities like hot showers, a campers' kitchen, laundry facilties.
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The on site shop is stocked with all essentials for West Highland Way walkers and for any camping trips. We also provide essential facilities such as shower and toilet blocks and a equipped campers kitchen.
